Velasco Castle

Valle de Mena, Spain

Velasco castle was built at the end of 14th century and mid-15th century. Due to its complexity, dimensions and conservation, it is the most important castle of Mena and one of the most interesting in the province of Burgos. The first documents of the tower dates back to 1397 when it fell, after sharing the heritage of Pedro Gomez de Porras, on Maria Alonso de Porras, married to Diego Sanchez de Velasco.

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Founded: 14th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in Spain

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J.Javier Sanz (2 years ago)
Beautiful Valley where it is nestled
Raquel Carvajal Camín (3 years ago)
It is the castle of my town
Rafa Garcia Rojo (3 years ago)
It eats wonderfully and has a lovely atmosphere
Mari A. (3 years ago)
On the outside in an apparent good state of preservation, but it seems that it is privately owned and you can only see what you see from the street, as it is fenced. It does not seem to be visited, as it has no telephone number to arrange a visit.
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